Botany-Calvin Cycle

NEET Botany Calvin Cycle MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11

How many turns of the Calvin cycle are required to produce one molecule of glucose, and how many total ATP molecules are consumed in this process?

A

6 turns, 18 ATP

B

3 turns, 12 ATP

C

6 turns, 12 ATP

D

12 turns, 36 ATP

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, 6 turns of the Calvin cycle are required to produce one molecule of glucose, consuming a total of 18 ATP molecules.

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